Summertime heat hacks for annual flowers
Discover the secrets to thriving annual flowers even in the scorching summer heat. Say goodbye to wilted blooms and hello, happy garden.
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Pampas Grass: Pros, cons, and how to tame it
Explore the beauty and elegance of pampas grass. Learn if this captivating plant is the perfect addition to your garden + care tips.
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Creating a drought-tolerant perennial garden
Create a stunning drought-tolerant perennial garden in North Carolina. Learn how to plan, select plants, and maintain a thriving garden.
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Sunflowers: Growing and care guide
Have you ever admired sunflowers and want to try your hand at growing them yourself? This growing and care guide can help you get started.
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Dandelions: Removing them permanently without chemicals
Dandelions. Should they stay or should they go? If you want a natural way to get rid of them, this is the one method that works permanently.
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Celosia: Colorful plumes to bring fresh life to your landscape
Make your North Carolina garden stand out with the addition of Celosia. Perfect for zones 7 or 8, “cockscomb” is an annual in USDA zones 2-9.
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Ground Cover Plants: 15 Best plants for low-care landscaping
Have you been on the lookout for beautiful ground cover plants that will require minimal care? Check out this list of fifteen plants to try.
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Dollar Spot Fungus: Identifying and dealing with a lawn fungus
Identify and treat dollar spot fungus to protect your lawn. Learn how this common lawn disease spreads and the importance of early treatment.
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Hydrogen peroxide in the garden to disinfect your pruning tools
Protect plants & prevent diseases by using hydrogen peroxide in the garden! keep it handy in the shed to fight bacteria, fungi & viruses.
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Lemon Balm: Why it’s an excellent addition in your herb garden
Lemon balm is an easy-growing herb that will flourish – almost without any care from you (except a bit of watering on hot days).
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Creeping Phlox Mastery: Planting & care guide (2025)
Discover the vibrant beauty of Creeping Phlox. Learn how to plant and maintain it in your garden for a stunning display of colors all season!
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Plant, Grow, & Care for Nasturtium (2025 guide)
Discover the beauty and benefits of growing nasturtium flowers. These vibrant flowers are ornamental, edible, and attract helpful pollinators.
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Russian Sage: A complete growing and care guide
Russian Sage is a beautiful purple flower. Despite its stunning looks, it’s a super easy-going, drought-tolerant perennial. Learn more.
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Composite Decking: Is this material right for you?
Explore the basics of composite decking: installation, longevity & ease of care, and why it’s the best long-term investment.
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What plants benefit from a late winter pruning?
Which plants will benefit from a late winter pruning, and which two are critical to avoid? This post explains the whys and how to prune.
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